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Generac Power Systems

Manager Credit - Distribution

Generac Power Systems, Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States, 53188

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We are Energy Systems, the leader in industrial power solution sales, service, and rentals.

With an ongoing tradition of providing excellent products and outstanding service for our customers, Energy Systems is one of the longest existing Generac Industrial Distributors in the United States. We are a full-service distributor of Generac equipment and solutions providing sales, service and rentals.

At Energy Systems, a subsidiary of Generac, our people help make the world safer, brighter, and more productive. United by our Values, people with diverse backgrounds and points of view work together to ensure our customers have peace of mind.

The Manager Credit is responsible for management of the collections, credit, cash, and related departments and processes of the Company. This includes development of periodic cash forecasts, driving the collection efforts of the Company, development and implementation of best practice cash and credit management policies, and administering the credit card programs. These tasks include periodic reporting and presentation to Corporate Executive Management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Manage / establish the Company's cash management policies and procedures including cash application and ensuring they are in compliance with Corporate policy and standards

Prepare weekly cash forecasts, including summaries to Company and Corporate management

Audit delinquent accounts considered to be uncollectable; ensure maximum efforts have been taken before assigning bad credit status to account

Monitor and report on accounts receivable aging, past due accounts, deductions, bad debt, and make decisions or recommendations as to what is written off

Ensure that all credit applications are assessed in accordance with the credit rules and policies

Approve/establish credit limits on customer accounts and review and approve adjustments to accounts

Administer the entity's P-Card program

Designs and directs the work of the Credit, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury teams. Selects, coaches and develops staff. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance-- recognizing achievement, providing feedback and administering progressive discipline when necessary.

Prepares journal entries and account reconciliations for the Accounts Receivable and Cash general ledger accounts

Manage auditor requests

Executes SOX compliance related to accounting and reporting for role related processes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting

5-8 years of experience in credit and collections

1-3 years supervisory experience

Accounting and financial controls experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in global manufacturing environment

Experience in cash management and cash forecasting

Experience with D&B agency reporting

Experience with commercial law, bankruptcy law, and financing activity

Experience using FieldServio or equivalent ERP

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Exhibit strong organizational, leadership, supervisory and managerial skills with multitasking abilities

Demonstrated, extensive knowledge of accounts receivable methods & procedures

Physical Demands

: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.